Audi Q5 recalls

On Audi Q5 vehicles manufactured within a specific period the belt tensioning function on the front seats does not comply with technical requirements. Although the seat belt is tightened in the event of an accident which requires this it cannot be held tight reliably which reduces the protective effect. For this reason one or both front seat belts – as required – will be replaced on affected Q5 vehicles.

Fix: Recall campaign 69GT must be performed on affected vehicles and the affected seat belts must be replaced as described in the Workshop Manual.

2,119 vehicles · built 16 Jul 2025 to 6 Nov 2025

On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.

Fix: Update the software of the high-voltage battery to improve the self-diagnosis capabilities. Vehicle owners are advised to not charge the high-voltage battery using external charging sources and also not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” until the update is applied.

4,630 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2021 to 26 Jul 2024

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.

Fix: Affected airbags will be be replaced. You can contact Audi's dedicated Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

32 vehicles · built 31 Oct 2008 to 16 Dec 2011

Audi conducts programmes to constantly monitor the quality of its products. As part of this we have discovered that individual bolts in the cylinder head cover area on your vehicle may become loose as a result of a manufacturing issue. Depending on the extent to which the bolts become loose engine oil may leak and drip onto hot surfaces which poses a fire risk. If you notice smoke in the engine compartment park the vehicle safely and without delay.

Fix: To ensure the bolts are secured correctly a check must be performed.

11,320 vehicles · built 13 Sep 2020 to 3 Aug 2024

On affected vehicles battery modules may become defective over the course of the vehicle’s service life. This may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery with the associated risk of severe or fatal injuries to people inside and/or outside the vehicle as well as significant material damage. To minimise this risk do not charge the high-voltage battery using an external charging source. In addition do not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” (refer to Owner’s Manual) until further notice.

Fix: Replace the defective modules. Further software fix being developed to improve monitoring.

1,585 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2021 to 3 Dec 2022

If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.

Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the driver side.

55 vehicles · built 31 Oct 2008 to 15 Aug 2012

The inner and outer sheet metal components of the rear lid may not have been joined together sufficiently well in the manufacturing process.

Fix: Replace the rear lid of the affected vehicles.

2 vehicles · built 19 Oct 2021 to 19 Oct 2021

On a small number of vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the engine control units were fitted with semiconductor components which do not meet the specifications.

Fix: The engine control unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

109 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2022 to 9 Feb 2022

Following a previous campaign the toe and/or camber values on the rear axle may in certain circumstances incorrectly be changed without this being noticed.

Fix: The wheel alignment must be checked and if necessary the suspension must be serviced on the affected vehicles.

5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021

One or more nuts which do not meet the specifications may have been fitted on the rear axle suspension links.

Fix: The affected nuts on the rear axle will be replaced on affected vehicles.

10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021

It is possible that the gap on the adjusting mechanism for the backrest may be faulty on individual front seats.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the backrests of the front seats are to be checked and replaced if necessary.

54 vehicles · built 29 Jun 2020 to 6 Jul 2020

It is possible that moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator.

Fix: The starter-alternator must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

34,982 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2017 to 31 Mar 2020

There may be increased pedal travel as a result of production tolerances

Fix: The brake calliper housing (with actuator motor) must be replaced on the vehicles affected

380 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2020 to 30 Jan 2020

The collar of the wheel arch cover could become detached

Fix: Secure the wheel arch cover with 2 modified clips.

36,971 vehicles · built 2 Nov 2016 to 16 Oct 2019

It is possible that the latching connection on the wheel housing liner may fail.

Fix: The wheel arch covers on the affected vehicles must be fixed in place.

5,605 vehicles · built 2 Nov 2016 to 18 Dec 2018

It is possible that the latching connection on the wheel housing liner may fail.

Fix: The wheel arch covers on the affected vehicles must be fixed in place with an additional bolt.

23,295 vehicles · built 3 Nov 2016 to 18 Dec 2018

It is possible that the brake master cylinder may not meet the specifications.

Fix: The brake master cylinder on the affected vehicles must be checked and replaced if necessary.

1,059 vehicles · built 9 Aug 2018 to 6 Nov 2018

1 vehicle · built 14 Apr 2018 to 24 May 2018

The rear brake pistons may have been coated incorrectly potentially causing the brake pedal travel to increase under braking and the effectiveness of the rear brakes to be reduced. Gas bubbles may form in the hydraulic system on the rear brake circuit under certain conditions as a function of temperature and time. In the event of a fault only the rear brake circuit will be affected. As a result the vehicle may take significantly longer to stop.

Fix: The rear brake hydraulic system (rear left and rear right brake calipers) must be bled on the affected vehicles.

606 vehicles · built 20 Mar 2018 to 19 Apr 2018

The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

114,287 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2011 to 31 Jul 2015

The weld joint that joins the central tube for the dash panel to the chute may be defective. The result could be damage to the passenger airbag potentially reducing the airbag�s protective capabilities.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the dashboard with a quality assured unit.

60 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2017 to 31 Jul 2017

The auxilliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as a result of overheating in the area of the connectors in conjunction with smoulder damage or potential fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an auxilliary heater element with opimised electrical connectors. The activation of the electric auxilliary heater must be adjusted by updating the software for the air conditioning control console.

33,699 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2011 to 31 Jul 2015

If the water drain in the area of the panoramic sunroof is not functioning properly water can seep into the vehicle�s headliner. If sufficient water accumulates the foam adjacent to the pressure cylinder of the curtain airbag can become wet and cause the pressure cylinder to corrode. The corrosion can weaken the cylinder causing sudden pressure release possibly with fragments.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check for water seepage and the drainage is correct from the panoramic sunroof area. Check the pressure cylinders for corrosion treat with anti-corrosion wax or replace as necessary. Remove foam which is next to the pressure cylinder.

14,157 vehicles · built 28 May 2010 to 28 Jul 2016

Foreign particles in the engine coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.Foreign particles in the coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.

Fix: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and update the software which will deactivate the additional coolant pump in the event of malfunction. If there has been a malfunction of the additional water pump it will be replaced.

2,844 vehicles · built 1 May 2011 to 31 Oct 2016

For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.

180 vehicles · built 14 Jan 2015 to 16 Jan 2015

Fuel may leak from the injector rails. Drivers may notice a smell of fuel and or evidence of a leak

Fix: On affected vehicles replace injector rails and seals.

1,073 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2011 to 30 Apr 2012

On affected vehicles engine oil may in isolated instances enter the brake servo via the vacuum feed lie.This may cause the brake servo diaphragm to rupture and loss of brake servo assistance.

Fix: Replace vacuum line on affected vehicles.

5,755 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2012 to 27 Aug 2014

The glass sunroof may suddenly break at temperature's below -20 degrees C. This normally happens when the vehicle is parked. When it breaks the single pane safety glass disintegrates into small pieces. A slight risk of injury to the occupants cannot be ruled out.

Fix: The glass sun roof will be replaced.

718 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2012 to 20 Jul 2012

It is possible in the event of an accident where the airbags are deployed for the A pillar trim to loosen. It is then possible for the trim to move into the passenger compartment which would increase the risk of injury to the front passengers.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the centre retaining clip on each of the A pillar trims.

2,268 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2008 to 31 May 2009